BIKE HEAVEN | There's no better way to see Tasmania
than by bicycle. Every second year there's
a Great Tasmanian Bike Ride that attracts cyclists
from all around the world to partake of our
island's scenery and
hospitality. For one keen participant's reminiscences read more here

PROTEA IN THE GARDEN | The Royal Tasmanian Botanical
Garden is one of the most visited destinations
in the state, and among its living treasures
is the collection of proteas found opposite the
Japanese garden. Allan Moult showcases them in
this portfolio.

TASMANIA ROCK | A climbing road
trip to Tasmania had its challenges for Phil
Box and his mates from Queensland — including
a cold snap that demanded they wear all their
clothes at the same time, and an errant rock
that nearly ended Phil's climbing days. He has
more to say here.

SURFING THE LEDGE | DUSTIN HOLLICK & STUART
GIBSON drop in on the fanatical surfers who
take on the massive power of the big ones at
the ledge — a surfing
mecca in southern Tasmania that delivers some
of Australia's biggest waves. There's more here.

A TRICYCLE MADE FOR TWO | For Kevin and Aimee
Beimers, two young Canadians who made their
way around Australia on a tandem recumbent
tricycle, Tasmania was the ultimate challenge — and
reward. Pedal on here

ADVENTURE TRAVEL: BATHURST ESCAPE |
MATT NEWTON and his paddling partners scud
across the calm waters of Bathurst Harbour
in the South West wilderness — before the
gale. Find out more here.

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Travel in Tasmania is a very special experience — from the indulgence
of world-class resorts to waterfront caravan parks; from
catered bushwalks to backpacking extreme wilderness;
from luxurious Georgian bed & breakfast
establishments to inner-city backpacker haunts — we have it all.

Leatherwood Online explores all facets of the Tasmanian
travel experience.